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            <text>John Lee Foster, 78, passed away on September 24, 2025. Born on May 26, 1947, John lived a life devoted to his family and those he loved.&#13;
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He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Frances Foster; his son Mickey Lee Foster; his daughter Sandra Faye Carroll and her fiancé Joseph Patera; and his cherished granddaughter Carlene Faye Wolfe and her husband Alec. John’s legacy continues through his great-grandsons, Gunner and Weston Wolfe. He is also survived by his brother Bob Foster, along with several nieces and nephews.&#13;
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John was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Bertha (Cline) Foster his brother Joe Foster, sister Millie Wain Foster, and several stepbrothers and stepsisters.&#13;
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He will be remembered for his dedication to family and the countless memories shared with all who knew him.&#13;
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Graveside services will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025 at 1:00pm at the Meigs Memory Gardens with Pastor Jerry Frederick officiating.  &#13;
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Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home in Pomeroy.                                      </text>
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